Preparing for Floods

Surviving Floods

Floods kill an average of 74 people per year. Staying safe during a flood takes planning. Create a disaster pack to keep at home or to take along if you need to evacuate. Make sure you have everything you need before a flood.

Flash Floods - How to Survive Flash Floods - Flash Floods in Your Car

Almost half of all flash flood deaths happen in vehicles. Know what to do when driving in a flooded area. Don't be a victim of flash flooding in your car.

Flood, the Routine Disaster

Nature may love a flood, but floods are civilization's worst enemy--one we make ourselves.

Preparing for a Flood

Even if you don't live in a flood zone, it is still possible you could be affected by flood damage. Floods are more common that most may think. Many mistakenly believe that if a devastating flood was to strike their area the government would step in and help. Learn about the 2 step process to protect your family and home from flood damage.

Flash Flood Preparation from the American Red Cross (pdf)

This is a pdf file from the American Red Cross containing a preparation check list for flash floods.